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Portraitist

usgb/ˈpɔːrtrətɪst/Volume
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Artistic FocusPlay
Indicates specialization in creating visual likenesses of individuals, often capturing personality. SlideThe gallery exhibition showcases a celebrated portraitist known for her vivid character portrayals.
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Human SubjectsPlay
Use 'portraitist' when referring to an artist who specifically depicts human beings, not animals or landscapes. SlideI desire a portraitist to paint my grandfather, not a general artist.
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Not PhotographyPlay
'Portraitist' typically refers to traditional artistic mediums, different from a photographer. SlideThough she takes stunning photographs, she wouldn't call herself a portraitist.
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